Asphalt Estimator / Project Manager

Boutique Recruiting

$150K — $200K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • At least four years of experience in asphalt, concrete, or paving estimating, sales, or project management.
  • Established client relationships in Sacramento and surrounding areas.
  • Proven ability to develop new business and meet sales targets.
  • Experience in estimating and managing asphalt and concrete projects.
  • Strong knowledge of project costs, scheduling, and margins.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook is required.
  • Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

  • Develop new business opportunities throughout Sacramento and its counties.
  • Leverage existing network to create a robust pipeline of projects.
  • Conduct customer meetings and site evaluations to assess project needs.
  • Prepare precise estimates, bids, proposals, and scopes of work.
  • Manage projects from initial contact through to completion.
  • Coordinate with field crews, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients to ensure smooth operations.
  • Monitor budgets, project costs, gross margins, and adjust change orders as necessary.

Benefits

  • Base salary of $150,000-$200,000 based on candidate's existing business.
  • Commission potential of 0.5%-1.5% of sales, with typical earnings of $50,000-$100,000 annually.
  • Medical insurance with 80% of the premium covered by the employer.
  • Dental and vision insurance, also with 80% premium coverage.
  • 401(k) plan with a 4% company match after 60 days of employment.
  • Two to three weeks of paid time off accrued after 90 days.
  • Five paid sick days included.
  • Company truck and fuel card provided for business use.
  • Company-provided phone and laptop to support work needs.
Full Job Description
Position Title: Asphalt Estimator / Project Manager

A growing, full-service paving and concrete contractor is seeking an experienced Asphalt Estimator / Project Manager to drive new business and oversee projects throughout the Sacramento region. This role combines estimating, sales, client relationship management, and end-to-end project oversight, with approximately 75% of the work performed in the field and 25% in the office or at home. The ideal candidate is a proven asphalt, paving, or concrete professional with an established Sacramento-area book of business, strong estimating and project management experience, and the drive to generate $1.5 million-$3 million in annual sales.

Salary Range: $150,000-$200,000 / DOE

Asphalt Estimator / Project Manager Responsibilities:
  • Develop new business throughout Sacramento and the surrounding counties
  • Leverage an established network to build a strong pipeline of paving and concrete opportunities
  • Meet with customers, perform site visits, and evaluate project requirements
  • Prepare accurate estimates, bids, proposals, scopes of work, and pricing
  • Manage paving and concrete projects from initial opportunity through completion
  • Coordinate schedules with field crews, subcontractors, suppliers, and customers
  • Monitor project costs, gross margins, budgets, and change orders
  • Ensure projects remain on schedule, within budget, and aligned with quality expectations
  • Build and maintain long-term relationships with commercial, industrial, municipal, HOA, institutional, and utility clients
  • Maintain consistent communication with customers throughout each project
  • Deliver $1.5 million-$3 million in first-year sales based on experience and compensation level
  • Provide responsive, solutions-focused customer service
  • Spend approximately 75% of the workweek in the field and 25% in the office or working from home

Asphalt Estimator / Project Manager Requirements:
  • At least four years of asphalt, concrete, or paving estimating, sales, or project management experience
  • Current book of business and established client relationships in Sacramento and the surrounding counties
  • Proven record of developing new business and meeting sales goals
  • Experience estimating and managing asphalt, paving, or concrete projects
  • Strong understanding of project costs, scheduling, change orders, margins, and field operations
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Outlook
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Valid driver's license and clean driving record
  • Strong communication and customer service skills
  • Ability to work onsite and travel locally throughout the assigned territory

Benefits:
  • Base salary of $150,000-$200,000, depending on the value of the candidate's existing book of business
  • Commission ranging from 0.5%-1.5% of sales based on gross margin
  • Typical annual commission earnings of approximately $50,000-$100,000
  • Medical insurance with 80% of the employee premium covered
  • Dental and vision insurance with 80% of the employee premium covered
  • 401(k) with a 4% company match after 60 days
  • Two to three weeks of accrued paid time off after 90 days
  • Five paid sick days
  • Company truck and fuel card
  • Company-provided phone and laptop

If you are an experienced asphalt or concrete professional with strong Sacramento-area relationships and the ability to turn opportunities into profitable projects, apply today!

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